Expat Occupancy Laws

[Toby Goodroad]

Hello,

We are currently living overseas and want to buy a home for our return to the states.  At first I thought to buy it as a primary residence knowing I would rent it out until such time I returned.  However when investigating this I see I would likely be commiting fraud.  Can someone suggest the best options for us or any experience the same?  Second home also has requirements about occupancy that we are unsure we could accomplish.  Thank you.